10 Things to do in Bykle Municipality That You Shouldn't Miss

Hovden boasts 170 kilometres of cross-country trails which are daily groomed during the season. From sheltered trails in the forest to the open country, you are guaranteed to find your favourite! We have trails for young children and beginners, and for those of you who want to experience the wide mountain expanses. The trails are groomed for classic as well as skate skiing.

Hovden, a all year-round resort located in the upper Setesdal region, is the largest ski destination in the Southern part of Norway. The tourist information is located in the city center.

Bykle old church is located next to the new church building which opened in 2004. This is the oldest and perhaps most distinctive church building in the Setesdal Valley. It is constructed of logs, and has been restored several times. The church, with its altar from 1619, was completely renovated in 1804 when two galleries and a spire were added. The floorboards in the galleries and the timber in the armoury ceiling were originally used in an older church. In 1826, the church was decorated with traditional Norwegian rose paintings by Aslak Wasshus and K.a. Byklum. In the summer of 1997, the rose paintings underwent a thorough restoration.

We are cloesd for the sesson, hope to see you next year! The Fjellvaken Shooting Centre provides a unique experience for everybody aged from 10 to 100. At the top of Setesdal you'll find modern shooting facilities with to trap ranges and one skeet range for shotgun use. In addition to caly pigeon shooting the center offers rifle shooting on a 100-metre range, high caibre on electronic targests; and our younger guests may try out fine-calibre rifle. The shooting center is open from June to the last weekend in October.

LAGG Skischool is situated at Hovden Alpine Centre in Hovden, on the very top of the famous Setesdal. In addition to ski school, LAGG offers an updated ski- and snowboard rental, with a range from standard rental equipment, to high end equipment and ELAN official test centre in Norway. In connection with the rental, you´ll find a shop with everything you need for for your ski experience. From the latest fashion in ski wear, to a range of skis, boots, snowboards, helmets, goggles etc. Everything with a focus on good quality to fulfill your needs!You´ll also find a top notch workshop, for tuning your skis and snowboard, and a broad range of activities to join during your stay.

The two dams in Vatnedalen are among the highest reservoirs in Northern Europe. They are situated to the west of Berdalsbru, approximately 15 kilometres south of Hovden. You may drive your car all the way up to the dams, where you will find a large parking area and information board. Free admission. Closed when snow.

Downhill at the ski resort with a professional instructor. Take the ski lift to the top and try our two organized downhill trails with different degrees of difficulty.

Lislestog is an open-air museum located across the road from Bykle Church. The museum is a collection of old buildings from the Setesdal Valley, showing the building traditions and way of life in pre-industrial times. Make a stop at this rustic-romantic place!